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Her Enchantment - Drummer Leave
Dutch heavy/death metal band Her Enchantment parted ways with drummer Sander Bosscher.Sander had the huge task to replace drummer and founding member Elwin Molenaar. It seemd imposiple for Sander,who also plays in Am Tuat to combine both bands.
Her Enchantment is looking for a strong DB drummer, check for info at http://www.herenchantment.nl or herenchantment@hotmail.com
http://www.burning-star.net
Her Enchantment is looking for a strong DB drummer, check for info at http://www.herenchantment.nl or herenchantment@hotmail.com
http://www.burning-star.net
Terrorizer - Get A Deal With Century Media
Grindcore band Terrorizer signed a deal with Century Media to release "a new studio album, to be recorded early 2006 in Florida with producer Juan "Punchy" Gonzalez (Morbid Angel, Unholy Ghost, Christian Death, Diet of Worms etc.) for a summer 2006".
| Source: | centurymedia.com |
Atheist - Regroup To Play Live
The following message was posted at Relapse Records website:
Seminal technical metal pioneers Atheist have regrouped for a run of exclusive live performances.
Guitarist/vocalist Kelly Shaefer has reassembled what is widely considered the bands classic recording lineup (Shaefer, guitarist Rand Burkey, bassist Tony Choy, and drummer Steven Flynn) for two exclusive festival performances; Italy's Evolution Festival and Germany's Wacken Open Air. Shaefer comments, "We're very excited to be able to get back on the stage and play these insane tunes again the proper way with Flynn, Burkey and Choy. It's going to be very exciting and something not to be missed!."
Atheist will take part on Evolution Festival (scheduled for July 16 and 17 in Brescia, Italy) and Wacken Open Air (scheduled for August 3-5 in Schleswig Holstein, Germany). These will be the first in a series of exclusive festival performances announced. Shaefer continues, "We would like to make a great festival run this year and expose as many as possible to the music we lived and died for. Many thanks to the Evolution Festival and Wacken for helping to give many people who never got to see ATHEIST live a chance to see us one last time. This is our chance to make the music we worked so hard to create come alive one last time, and we guarantee that it will not disappoint."
Seminal technical metal pioneers Atheist have regrouped for a run of exclusive live performances.
Guitarist/vocalist Kelly Shaefer has reassembled what is widely considered the bands classic recording lineup (Shaefer, guitarist Rand Burkey, bassist Tony Choy, and drummer Steven Flynn) for two exclusive festival performances; Italy's Evolution Festival and Germany's Wacken Open Air. Shaefer comments, "We're very excited to be able to get back on the stage and play these insane tunes again the proper way with Flynn, Burkey and Choy. It's going to be very exciting and something not to be missed!."
Atheist will take part on Evolution Festival (scheduled for July 16 and 17 in Brescia, Italy) and Wacken Open Air (scheduled for August 3-5 in Schleswig Holstein, Germany). These will be the first in a series of exclusive festival performances announced. Shaefer continues, "We would like to make a great festival run this year and expose as many as possible to the music we lived and died for. Many thanks to the Evolution Festival and Wacken for helping to give many people who never got to see ATHEIST live a chance to see us one last time. This is our chance to make the music we worked so hard to create come alive one last time, and we guarantee that it will not disappoint."
| Source: | relapse.com |
| Band profile: | Atheist |
Kekal - Recording New Album
Kekal started the recording of their 6° full length album in early January. The band expects about 6 or 7 months to finish recording the album. The Album is still untitled, but it will be an concept album and the length of the album is estimated to be longer than 70 minutes.
The production, engineering and mixing will be in charge of Jeff Arwadi (guitars and vocals for Kekal) who commented the following about the album: "I am very confident with the new material. I had never been as confident and proud as when we did "1000 Thoughts of Violence" CD, but now I am, without a doubt. I believe this will be our most-focused, most-explored and most ambitious album we have recorded so far. There are tons of fresh, diverse new elements, and many of the experiments are actually the ones that have never been done before in metal, yet they are unmistakably 100% Kekal".
The production, engineering and mixing will be in charge of Jeff Arwadi (guitars and vocals for Kekal) who commented the following about the album: "I am very confident with the new material. I had never been as confident and proud as when we did "1000 Thoughts of Violence" CD, but now I am, without a doubt. I believe this will be our most-focused, most-explored and most ambitious album we have recorded so far. There are tons of fresh, diverse new elements, and many of the experiments are actually the ones that have never been done before in metal, yet they are unmistakably 100% Kekal".
| Source: | - Kekal Newsletter - |
| Band profile: | Kekal |
Enslaved - Entered The Studio For New Album
The following press release was posted at Enslaved official website:
Great news!! Enslaved has entered Amper Studios (Oslo, Norway) to record their next album which is entitled "RUUN". They've only been in studio for a week yet they already feel confident that this will be a monumental album! The drums are finished, and the guitars are being recorded at this very moment.
"The songs are stronger than ever, we've found the ultimate studios and the guys in the band are in very high spirits. Now it's just a matter of working as hard as body and mind permits" says guitarist and composer Ivar Bjørnson. First two song titles to be revealed are the two to-be video songs: "Path of Vanir" and "Essence".
"RUUN" is due to be released on MAY 8th 2006 (Tabu Recordings). The album will be mixed in Propeller Studios (Oslo, Norway) by Mike Hartung and finally mastered in Cutting Room (Stockholm, Sweden).
"You're asking how "RUUN" sounds compared to "ISA"?
-You tell me!" says Bjørnson.
Great news!! Enslaved has entered Amper Studios (Oslo, Norway) to record their next album which is entitled "RUUN". They've only been in studio for a week yet they already feel confident that this will be a monumental album! The drums are finished, and the guitars are being recorded at this very moment.
"The songs are stronger than ever, we've found the ultimate studios and the guys in the band are in very high spirits. Now it's just a matter of working as hard as body and mind permits" says guitarist and composer Ivar Bjørnson. First two song titles to be revealed are the two to-be video songs: "Path of Vanir" and "Essence".
"RUUN" is due to be released on MAY 8th 2006 (Tabu Recordings). The album will be mixed in Propeller Studios (Oslo, Norway) by Mike Hartung and finally mastered in Cutting Room (Stockholm, Sweden).
"You're asking how "RUUN" sounds compared to "ISA"?
-You tell me!" says Bjørnson.
| Source: | enslaved.no |
| Band profile: | Enslaved |
Kamelot - To Film Live DVD
Kamelot is pleased to announce their first Live DVD filming this February 11th, 2006 at Rockefeller Music Hall, in Oslo, Norway. The shoot will be handled by acclaimed director Patric Ullaeus and promises to be full of surprises for all the fans. "This has been in the works now for more than 2 years and we are very pleased to have all the gears in motion now. This will be a very, very special event for us and all the fans of the band" - states guitarist Thomas Youngblood. According to lead singer Roy Khan the crew is already in full swing preparing for the show in Oslo, most certainly destined to be another milestone in the career of the band.
More details are expected for this much anticipated DVD, including track listings, bonus footage and special guest appearances. Release date is scheduled for Summer/Fall 2006 via SPV Records.
http://kamelot.com
More details are expected for this much anticipated DVD, including track listings, bonus footage and special guest appearances. Release date is scheduled for Summer/Fall 2006 via SPV Records.
http://kamelot.com
| Band profile: | Kamelot |
Unearthly Trance - Start Recording New Album
Relapse Records announced on their latest newsletter that the band Unearthly Trance started the recording of their third album and the debut with Relapse. The band entered at Electrical Audio Studios in Chicago with engineer Sanford Parker.
The title of the album will be "The Trident", and there are already some song titles: "Decrepitude", "You Get What You Want", "The Air Exits, The Sea Accepts", "Permanent Ice", "Firebrand", "Scarlet" and "Where The Unbelievable Is Ordinary". The album is expected to be released during the spring of 2006.
Ryan Lipynsky commented: "The production is over the top as far as heaviness. The tone is still as oppressive but the songs develop at a more quickly and Darrens drumming takes a lead role more than ever. Some songs have more vocal melody than before and other songs sound like His Hero Is Gone doing Darkthrone covers!! We also drew upon our catalog of unrecorded songs and have revamped some excellent old tunes."
The title of the album will be "The Trident", and there are already some song titles: "Decrepitude", "You Get What You Want", "The Air Exits, The Sea Accepts", "Permanent Ice", "Firebrand", "Scarlet" and "Where The Unbelievable Is Ordinary". The album is expected to be released during the spring of 2006.
Ryan Lipynsky commented: "The production is over the top as far as heaviness. The tone is still as oppressive but the songs develop at a more quickly and Darrens drumming takes a lead role more than ever. Some songs have more vocal melody than before and other songs sound like His Hero Is Gone doing Darkthrone covers!! We also drew upon our catalog of unrecorded songs and have revamped some excellent old tunes."
| Source: | - Relapse Records Newsletter - |
Turisas - Guitarist Recovering From Accident
The following message was posted at Turisas' official website:
"Dear friends,
One and a half months has now passed since Georg's car accident took place. We are now happy to tell you that the time of intensive care is finally over and in the rehabilitation process will take over soon. He has now been transferred back to Hämeenlinna Central Hospital where he was yesterday taken off the respirator - meaning that he now is breathing fully on his own - and moved to the regular ward.
His general condition is improving, vital functions are recovering and his kidneys are working again. He is more awake now and even though we haven't been allowed to visit him yet, his family has told us that he is fully conscious and understands what they speak to him, and now that he is no longer connected to the respirator, he is also able to talk.
Both we and Georg's family would like to thank you all for the enormous support you have given both us and Georg during the last one and a half months. You have all played an important role in the battle for Georg's life, which, despite it appearing hopeless at times, has never been given up. Thank you for the hundreds of greetings you have posted in our guestbook and on our forums. They have all been forwarded to the hospital personnel who have been reading them to Georg and the same will be done with all your future greetings as well. A long way still lies ahead, so your support is still more than welcome. Many people have also approached us asking if there's an address where to send possible cards, letters, presents etc. Here it is:
Georg Laakso
Kanta-Hämeen keskussairaala
Osasto 5 B, Huone 1
FIN-13500 Hämeenlinna
FINLAND
We would also like to inform you, that despite the regrettable circumstances, the battle machinery has not, and will not, come to a halt. The work on the new album is progressing and we have also confirmed a row of new shows for 2006 to be announced later. We are hoping to finish the work on the upcoming album by summer 2006 and then directly head out for new battles across Europe. Booking enquiries should be directed to booking turisas.com.
Sincerely,
The Members of Turisas"
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"Dear friends,
One and a half months has now passed since Georg's car accident took place. We are now happy to tell you that the time of intensive care is finally over and in the rehabilitation process will take over soon. He has now been transferred back to Hämeenlinna Central Hospital where he was yesterday taken off the respirator - meaning that he now is breathing fully on his own - and moved to the regular ward.
His general condition is improving, vital functions are recovering and his kidneys are working again. He is more awake now and even though we haven't been allowed to visit him yet, his family has told us that he is fully conscious and understands what they speak to him, and now that he is no longer connected to the respirator, he is also able to talk.
Both we and Georg's family would like to thank you all for the enormous support you have given both us and Georg during the last one and a half months. You have all played an important role in the battle for Georg's life, which, despite it appearing hopeless at times, has never been given up. Thank you for the hundreds of greetings you have posted in our guestbook and on our forums. They have all been forwarded to the hospital personnel who have been reading them to Georg and the same will be done with all your future greetings as well. A long way still lies ahead, so your support is still more than welcome. Many people have also approached us asking if there's an address where to send possible cards, letters, presents etc. Here it is:
Georg Laakso
Kanta-Hämeen keskussairaala
Osasto 5 B, Huone 1
FIN-13500 Hämeenlinna
FINLAND
We would also like to inform you, that despite the regrettable circumstances, the battle machinery has not, and will not, come to a halt. The work on the new album is progressing and we have also confirmed a row of new shows for 2006 to be announced later. We are hoping to finish the work on the upcoming album by summer 2006 and then directly head out for new battles across Europe. Booking enquiries should be directed to booking turisas.com.
Sincerely,
The Members of Turisas"
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| Source: | turisas.com |
| Band profile: | Turisas |
Solitude Aeturnus - Recording Of "Alone" Delayed
Due to legal paperwork the recordings of the upcoming Solitude Aeturnus album entitled "Alone" have to be delayed (at least) until mid January, this "assuming all goes well".
John Perez commented: "Our apologies to everyone yet once again for another delay in getting this recording for "Alone" started. We are more than ready but we have to deal with some red-tape legal paperwork before we can start. It's not something we have control over unfortunately. Before we can get the necessary money to start recording we must first have these blasted forms/paperwork filled out for Massacre. Without going into every sordid and boring detail, let's just say that something went wrong with the necessary forms and we have to go through the process again, which takes about 4 weeks to complete."
In other hand a demo version of "Sightless" is posted online and can be found at:
http://www.eternalsolitude.com/pages/excerpts/sa_sightless_demo.mp3
John Perez commented: "Our apologies to everyone yet once again for another delay in getting this recording for "Alone" started. We are more than ready but we have to deal with some red-tape legal paperwork before we can start. It's not something we have control over unfortunately. Before we can get the necessary money to start recording we must first have these blasted forms/paperwork filled out for Massacre. Without going into every sordid and boring detail, let's just say that something went wrong with the necessary forms and we have to go through the process again, which takes about 4 weeks to complete."
In other hand a demo version of "Sightless" is posted online and can be found at:
http://www.eternalsolitude.com/pages/excerpts/sa_sightless_demo.mp3
| Source: | eternalsolitude.com |
| Band profile: | Solitude Aeturnus |
Rivendell - New Album Out Now
Austrian folk metal band Rivendell is finally releasing their album "Farewell - The Last Dawn" today via Perverted Taste. The album that was ready to be released early this year had to be delayed due to the end of the collaboration with Skaldic Art.
| Source: | listen.to |
Falkenbach - Tribute To Be Released
A tribute to Falkenbach is going to be released this 31 of December 2006 via Skaldic Art. It will be limited to 300 copies. The tribute will be a double cd and it will consist of:
Anakron - Baldurs Tod
Armageddon Architect - Homeward Shore
Bewitched - The ardent awaited land
Bombensturm - Walkiesjar
Diamond Eyed Princess - Aduatuza
Eluveitie - Vanadis
Folkearth - Heathenpride
Forgotten Daylight - Winternight
Geist - Laeknishendr
Hildr Valkyrie - The Heralder
Hordak - When Gjallarhorn will sound?
Karna - Ultima Thule
Morgan The Bard - Galdralag
Racheengel - Into the ardent awaited land?
Rilauven - Roman Land
Theudho - Where blood will soon be shed
Vinterriket - Walhall
Anakron - Baldurs Tod
Armageddon Architect - Homeward Shore
Bewitched - The ardent awaited land
Bombensturm - Walkiesjar
Diamond Eyed Princess - Aduatuza
Eluveitie - Vanadis
Folkearth - Heathenpride
Forgotten Daylight - Winternight
Geist - Laeknishendr
Hildr Valkyrie - The Heralder
Hordak - When Gjallarhorn will sound?
Karna - Ultima Thule
Morgan The Bard - Galdralag
Racheengel - Into the ardent awaited land?
Rilauven - Roman Land
Theudho - Where blood will soon be shed
Vinterriket - Walhall
| Source: | - Skaldic Art Productions Newsletter - |
| Band profile: | Falkenbach |
Internal Suffering - To Record New CD/New DVD
Internal Suffering will be heading into the studio to record their fourth full-length studio album entitled Awakening Of The Rebel. The recording process will begin January 15th at Mana Studios in Tampa, FL (Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal, Krisiun, etc.), Erik Rutan (Hate Eternal, Ex-Morbid Angel/Ripping Corpse) will be once again in the engineering/production seat.
The album will be released via California's Unique Leader Records and should be available in stores nationwide during Spring 2006. The final track listing is as follows:
Internal Suffering - Awakening Of The Rebel: CD 2006
1. Awakening Of The Rebel
Time Has Come? We Shall Conquer!
2. Magnificent Uranus Power
The Dark Side Of The Sun | Bringer Of Knowledge
3. Highest Key Of The Illuminati
Liber Samekh
4. Arrival Of A New Aeon
New Equinox Of The Gods
5. Evocation Of The Secret Gate
Crossing The Hidden Barrier... I Am Immortal!
6. Masters Of Sorcery
The Terrible Invokation Ov Tzeentch!
7. Ascension To Immortality
Apotheosis Of Freedom
8. Transfiguration Of The Devotee
Reborn Within The Womb Of Babalon
9. Thelemic Conqueror
The Splendor Of A New Law
The Brutal Domination Tour DVD will finally see the daylight on December 15th. This DVD is over 126 minutes in length. It is a double-sided DVD, with NTSC format on one side, and PAL format on the other side. This DVD is also being released with Regional Coding 0 - making this DVD compatible world-wide!. Click below for a 4:30 minute trailer of this DVD .
Brutal Domination Dvd Trailer :: 10.5 MB
http://www.internalsuffering.com
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The album will be released via California's Unique Leader Records and should be available in stores nationwide during Spring 2006. The final track listing is as follows:
Internal Suffering - Awakening Of The Rebel: CD 2006
1. Awakening Of The Rebel
Time Has Come? We Shall Conquer!
2. Magnificent Uranus Power
The Dark Side Of The Sun | Bringer Of Knowledge
3. Highest Key Of The Illuminati
Liber Samekh
4. Arrival Of A New Aeon
New Equinox Of The Gods
5. Evocation Of The Secret Gate
Crossing The Hidden Barrier... I Am Immortal!
6. Masters Of Sorcery
The Terrible Invokation Ov Tzeentch!
7. Ascension To Immortality
Apotheosis Of Freedom
8. Transfiguration Of The Devotee
Reborn Within The Womb Of Babalon
9. Thelemic Conqueror
The Splendor Of A New Law
The Brutal Domination Tour DVD will finally see the daylight on December 15th. This DVD is over 126 minutes in length. It is a double-sided DVD, with NTSC format on one side, and PAL format on the other side. This DVD is also being released with Regional Coding 0 - making this DVD compatible world-wide!. Click below for a 4:30 minute trailer of this DVD .
Brutal Domination Dvd Trailer :: 10.5 MB
http://www.internalsuffering.com
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Soilwork - Guitarist Part Ways With The Band
Guitarist Peter Wichers decided to part ways with the band, here is an statement by him explaining his decision:
"Dear All!
I have decided to part ways with Soilwork.
This has been one of my hardest decisions to make, and Soilwork has not only been my band but my second family and very good friends for almost 10 years.
I'm just worn out from all the touring and I have reached a point in my life where touring is just not possible for me anymore.
I need a break from the touring so that I can actually begin to build a more solid ground to stand on for the future.
I have on this journey met so many amazing people, made so many new friends, played in front of thousands of people, and I got to travel to places I have always dreamt of visiting.
Soilwork has reached a level I never thought was possible, and I am so proud to have been a part of this amazing band experience and working alongside with such amazing people like I have.
I know that in order for Soilwork to reach a new level there has to be even more touring done and I feel as if it's only fair that someone else therefore fills my spot now instead of later.
I have decided to continue with my second passion in life, which is Music Production & Recording, and in order to achieve this goal I need to put all my time and energy into this.
Soilwork and I will remain great friends and I wish them all the success in the future.
I also wish to extend a gigantic "THANK YOU" to all the Fans, The Label, Friends & Bands and Magazines for the great support and encouragement.
I can also say that this is not the end for me in music, but the beginning of something new!
Sincerely
Peter Wichers"
To read statements by Dirk Verbeuren (drummer) and Speed (singer) go to the news section of the Soilwork official website.
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"Dear All!
I have decided to part ways with Soilwork.
This has been one of my hardest decisions to make, and Soilwork has not only been my band but my second family and very good friends for almost 10 years.
I'm just worn out from all the touring and I have reached a point in my life where touring is just not possible for me anymore.
I need a break from the touring so that I can actually begin to build a more solid ground to stand on for the future.
I have on this journey met so many amazing people, made so many new friends, played in front of thousands of people, and I got to travel to places I have always dreamt of visiting.
Soilwork has reached a level I never thought was possible, and I am so proud to have been a part of this amazing band experience and working alongside with such amazing people like I have.
I know that in order for Soilwork to reach a new level there has to be even more touring done and I feel as if it's only fair that someone else therefore fills my spot now instead of later.
I have decided to continue with my second passion in life, which is Music Production & Recording, and in order to achieve this goal I need to put all my time and energy into this.
Soilwork and I will remain great friends and I wish them all the success in the future.
I also wish to extend a gigantic "THANK YOU" to all the Fans, The Label, Friends & Bands and Magazines for the great support and encouragement.
I can also say that this is not the end for me in music, but the beginning of something new!
Sincerely
Peter Wichers"
To read statements by Dirk Verbeuren (drummer) and Speed (singer) go to the news section of the Soilwork official website.
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| Source: | soilwork.org |
| Band profile: | Soilwork |
Steel Attack - Sign With Massacre Records
Steel Attack inked a deal for one full length album with Massacre Records. John Allan commented: "Our long search for the perfect record company has ended. We finally were lucky to find the ultimate home and I have to say that it feels really good and it is a great relief". Steel Attack is going to enter in the studios on 12 of December 2005 to record "Astral Phenomena" which is expected to be out in April 2006.
| Source: | - Steel Attack Newsletter - |
| Band profile: | Steel Attack |
Arachnes - Two New Songs For Download
The band posted two songs for download at www.arachnes.it/intro.htm
The songs are:
The Picture Of Dorian Gray - "This song is new and available only free download from the web site of Arachnes!!! Music is a taken from "Bandinerie" of J.S. Bach while the lyrics are extrapolated from "Dorian Gray" of Oscar Wild."
The Barber Of Seville - "Metal version of the G.Rossini's overture, you can also find the song on the cd "The Goddess Temple"!"
The band also announced that "are finishing the new album."
The songs are:
The Picture Of Dorian Gray - "This song is new and available only free download from the web site of Arachnes!!! Music is a taken from "Bandinerie" of J.S. Bach while the lyrics are extrapolated from "Dorian Gray" of Oscar Wild."
The Barber Of Seville - "Metal version of the G.Rossini's overture, you can also find the song on the cd "The Goddess Temple"!"
The band also announced that "are finishing the new album."
| Source: | arachnes.it |
| Band profile: | Arachnes |